How to travel from Bendigo to Darwin, Australia
The distance between Bendigo and Darwin is around 3,288km (2,043 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train and then fly which takes around 6h 40m.
8 routes found
We've found 8 different ways to get from Bendigo to Darwin by plane, train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Darwin → Bendigo if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Bendigo (BXG) to Darwin (DRW).
- Duration7hrs
- Flight time6h 20m
- Typical costA$705($475)
Qantas
+ 1 others3 similiar routes
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Bus
Take the bus to Franklin Street then Alice Springs and then to Darwin.
- Duration2 days 4h
- Departsonce daily
- Typical costA$625($420)
Multiple bus operators
Train
Take the train to Southern Cross then Adelaide and then to Darwin.
- Duration2 days 20h
- Departstwice a week
- Typical costA$1,140($770)
Multiple train operators
Bus and Train
Take the bus to Franklin Street then take the train to Darwin.
- Duration2 days 17h
- Departstwice a week
- Typical costA$1,125($755)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Bendigo and Darwin
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Bendigo to Darwin by plane, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train and then fly which costs around A$510 ($340) and will take around 6h 40m.
The distance between Bendigo and Darwin is around 3,288km (2,043 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 3,017km (1,874 miles)
It takes around 7hrs to get from Bendigo and Darwin by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1 day 11h to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Bendigo to Darwin is to take the train and then fly which takes around 6h 40m and will set you back approx A$510 ($340).
The cheapest way to travel between Bendigo and Darwin, if you exclude driving, is to take the train and then fly which will typically cost around A$510 ($340) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
Yes there is a train service that runs between Bendigo and Darwin. It typically takes around 2 days 20h and departs twice a week.
There are no direct train services that runs from Bendigo to Darwin. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Southern Cross, Adelaide and Darwin. These services run twice a week and will take a minimum of 2 days 20h.
V-Line, PTV Overland and Great Southern Rail - The Ghan run train services between Bendigo and Darwin. Trains depart twice a week and will take around 2 days 20h, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.
Bus travel
Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Bendigo and Darwin. It typically takes around 2 days 4h and departs once daily.
There are no direct bus services that runs from Bendigo to Darwin. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Franklin Street and Alice Springs. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 2 days 4h.
V-Line and Greyhound Australia run regular bus services between Bendigo and Darwin. Buses run once daily and take around 2 days 4h on average but will vary depending on you book with.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Bendigo and Darwin. Flights depart from Bendigo (BXG) and arrive at Darwin (DRW) - via Sydney (SYD). The flight takes around 6h 20m.
There is no direct flight from Bendigo to Darwin. There is however a flight that goes via Sydney (SYD). This services will take at least 7hrs (not including layover time).
The flight from Bendigo to Darwin typically takes around 6h 20m. Flights depart from Bendigo (BXG) and and arrive into Darwin (DRW).
The closest major airport to Darwin is Darwin International Airport (DRW) (DRW) which is approximately 7km (4 miles) from Darwin. Maningrida Airport (MNG) (MNG) and Kununurra Airport (KNX) (KNX) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
Yes it is possible to drive from Bendigo and Darwin. The distance is around 3,659km (2,274 miles) by road and it will take around 1 day 11h in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Bendigo to Darwin is to fly which takes, on average, 7hrs and will usually cost around A$705 ($475).
Compare travel optionsbetween Bendigo and Darwin
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 3 similar | 7hrs | A$705($475) | every 2 hours | 3,869km (2,404 miles) |
| Train and Plane | 6h 40m | A$510($340) | every 2 hours | 3,288km (2,043 miles) |
| Train to Footscray, Fly | 8h 50m | A$770($520) | twice daily | 4,127km (2,565 miles) |
| Bus, Train and Plane | 10h 25m | A$560($380) | 3 times a week | 4,287km (2,664 miles) |
Bus | 2 days 4h | A$625($420) | once daily | 3,714km (2,308 miles) |
Train | 2 days 20h | A$1,140($770) | twice a week | 3,964km (2,463 miles) |
Bus and Train | 2 days 17h | A$1,125($755) | twice a week | 3,661km (2,275 miles) |
Drive | 1 day 11h | A$485($325) | on demand | 3,659km (2,274 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Bendigo and Darwin
Airlines
Qantas
Virgin Australia
Regional Express
Airnorth
Train operators
V-Line
XPT
Great Southern Rail - The Ghan
PTV Overland
Bus companies
Airports near Darwin
The following major airports near Darwin offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Australia and internationally.
Darwin International Airport (DRW)
- Distance
- 7km (4 miles) from Darwin
Maningrida Airport (MNG)
- Distance
- 371km (231 miles) from Darwin
Kununurra Airport (KNX)
- Distance
- 435km (270 miles) from Darwin